For this new segment of Ang Sarap Pala Magbasa, I sit down with fellow bookworms to talk about the books we love, our reading journeys, and what makes us keep turning the pages.

For our very first Bookworm 2 Bookworm, I’m joined by MJ Ampolitod-Busa of Scribbles and Books! ❤️

Get to know MJ beyond the books as we talk about her journey as a bookworm, her passion for the reading community, and why ang sarap pala magbasa.

Because sometimes, the best conversations about books happen when one bookworm talks to another.

Buwan ng Wika na naman! At sa pagkakataong ito, naisip kong balikan ang isa sa mga pinakatanyag na tagapagkuwento sa ating panitikan—si Lola Basyang.

Sa panahong tila mas nagkakawatak-watak ang mga Pilipino dahil sa iba't ibang paniniwala, pananaw, at opinyon, naisip kong ito ang tamang pagkakataon upang balikan ang mga kuwentong minsang humubog sa ating pagkatao—mga kuwentong nagpaalala sa atin ng kabutihan, paggalang, pagmamalasakit, at pagmamahal sa kapwa.

Sino nga ba si Lola Basyang? At bakit, makalipas ang mahigit isang siglo, patuloy pa ring nabubuhay ang kaniyang mga kuwento sa puso ng mga Pilipino?

Samahan ninyo akong muling magbukas ng panibagong aklat, dito lamang sa...

Isang Pahina. Isang Kuwento. Isang Aral.

Ang Sarap Pala Magbasa!

During the Duterte administration, journalist Maria Ressa faced multiple legal cases, online attacks, and intense public scrutiny while continuing her work as a journalist. Those experiences became the foundation of her memoir, How to Stand Up to a Dictator.

In this episode of Ang Sarap Pala Magbasa, I explore the lessons behind her story—from the importance of fact-checking and press freedom to the role each of us plays in protecting truth in the age of social media.

Is the price of telling the truth worth it? Watch until the end and let's talk about it.

Some people need a wake-up call!

As a newbie podcaster, I usually feature books that I genuinely love. But every now and then, I also choose books that are relevant to what's happening around us.

This time, I'm reviewing Some People Need Killing by Patricia Evangelista. I first read this book while recovering from one of the biggest health scares of my life, and it challenged me to reflect not only on my personal decisions, but also on the leaders I had voted for.

If you're looking for a thoughtful conversation about justice, accountability, and the importance of seeing different perspectives, I hope you'll join me in this episode.

Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share if you enjoyed the discussion!

As part of my mission to encourage more people to read, I always look for books that are both thought-provoking and relevant to today's issues. While researching recommendations from public figures I admire, I came across Why Nations Fail—a book reportedly recommended by Vico Sotto.

After months of preparation, I've finally completed what was one of the most challenging yet rewarding episodes I've ever made.

In this review, we explore a fascinating question: Why do some nations prosper while others remain poor?

Through history, politics, and economics, the book offers a compelling answer that may change the way you see the world.

Watch the full episode on YouTube or listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Hollywood taught Evelyn Hugo how to become famous…but it also taught her how to hide.

Hide her pain. Hide her truth. And most importantly—hide the person she truly loved.

This Pride Month, we’re diving into The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo — a story filled with glamour, scandal, ambition, and the heartbreaking reality of loving someone in a world obsessed with appearances.

Because behind the seven husbands and Hollywood headlines…was a love story the industry never wanted the public to see.

For this episode, I’ll be counting down the 'Top 5 Books' that Changed My Life. If you feel like you’re at a crossroads, these books might help you gain clarity, grow, and overcome the challenges you’re facing.

Mother’s Day Isn’t the Same for Everyone.

In this episode, we dive into I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy —a raw and honest story about love, control, and healing.

If you’ve ever felt that family relationships aren’t always simple… this one’s for you.

In this episode, I’m counting down the Top 5 Motivational Books that helped me get through some of the hardest moments in my life.

If you’re going through a rough patch, one of these might help you too.

Is reading in public still genuine… or just for clout?
In this episode of Ang Sarap Pala Magbasa, we talk about performative reading—and why maybe, kahit saan ka pa magbasa… it still matters.